1987 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 19 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Tempo | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |