2010 Honda Jazz vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 878 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1992 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz 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:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Jazz | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
