1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1505 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 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |