1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 6 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, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 109 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | CRX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
