1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 23 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 250 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
