1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Tempo | A6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2912 mm |
