1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 20 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2010 Saturn Vue 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. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Tempra | Vue |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
