1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
