1986 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo.
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, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 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 | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
