1993 Ford Tempo vs. 1977 Audi Fox
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi Fox would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 253 kg more than 1977 Audi Fox. 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, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Tempo | 1977 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Tempo | Fox |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
