1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 9 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 67 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Insight |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
