1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 425 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 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tempra | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |