1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 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), 1998 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 717 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 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 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 | 1133 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |