1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
