1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 645 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Croma. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Croma | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
