1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 28 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 Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo. 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3110 mm |
