1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1183 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2006 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | Quest |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
