1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1210 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 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tempra | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |