1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 440 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Previa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
