2009 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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, 2009 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 351 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.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo. 1984 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
