1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 18 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
