1991 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 480 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Element |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
