1989 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
