1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 77 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
