1991 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 311 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, 1991 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
