1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 824 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 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |