1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 929 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Tempra | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
