1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 730 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
