1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Tempo | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |