1980 Audi Sport vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
