1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Because 1980 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
