1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 707 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 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2009 SsangYong Korando 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. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Tempra | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
