1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 432 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 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
