1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
