1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 632 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Tempra | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
