1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 15 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, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 291 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Fit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
