2003 Honda Fit vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Tempo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit.
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, 1987 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Fit | Tempo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |