1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 416 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
