1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 225 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.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | NSX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
