1987 Ford Tempo vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris is newer by 13 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, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Tempo weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Tempo | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Yaris |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |