1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 4 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 1972 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
