1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
