1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1970 Honda 1300
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 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 16 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1970 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2200 mm |
