2000 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
