1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 683 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1998 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempra | Sharan |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |