1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
