1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 795 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Tempo | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |