1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
