1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
