1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Toronado | Tempo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |