1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
