1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Tempo | CR-V |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |