1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
