1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F 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 1984 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Model F |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
