2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tacoma | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Tacoma | Tempo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2540 mm |