1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Corona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
