1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
