1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 1995 Toyota MRJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo 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 29 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 407 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 1995 Toyota MRJ. 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | MRJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
