2004 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 1992 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
