1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 13 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
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, 2007 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | RunX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
