1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
