1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempra | Jetta |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |