1987 Ford Tempo vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Tempo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Tempo | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
