1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 222 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempra | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |