1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Tempo | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Tempo | S-MX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |