1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 292 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 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Tempra | Tribute |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |