1976 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1983 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, 1976 Audi 100 (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
