1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1994 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
