1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 11 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | City |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
