2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 11 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 920 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 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
