1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 1978 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 1978 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 @ 2700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Tempo | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Corona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |