1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban 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, 1977 GMC Suburban 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Tempra | Suburban |
Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |