1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 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 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. 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, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Tempo | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Progress NC 300 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |