1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 20 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Element |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
