2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1307 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 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
