1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2006 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tempra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| 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 | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
