1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
