1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 285 kg more 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, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Tempra 2008 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Fiat Renault
Model Tempra Grand Scenic
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.8:1
Top Speed 190 km/hour 172 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 14.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2740 mm


 

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