1991 Ford Tempo vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Ford Tempo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Tempo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
