1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Tempo | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Tempo | TT |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2469 mm |