1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 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, 1986 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
