1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Tempo | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Corsa |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |