1986 Audi 80 vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
