1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
