1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Carina 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 1979 Toyota Carina. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Tempo | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |