1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 846 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Odyssey | Tempo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |