1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 345 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Step Wagon | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
