1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 353 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2919 mm |
