1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 1992 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corona | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
