1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 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 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100. 1986 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 100 | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 100 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |