1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1027 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 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Fiat Tempra | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2789 mm |