1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 404 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 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
