1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Tempo | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |