1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 19 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Caldina |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |