1982 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
