1987 Toyota Camry vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Camry | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
