1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Prelude | Tempo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |