1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 4 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 139 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | CRX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
