1979 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2540 mm |
