1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Tempo | 1967 Honda S800 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Tempo | S800 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |