1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 368 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
