1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Tempo | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Mark II |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |