1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 5 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 87 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Tempo | Life |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |