1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Tempo | R8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2649 mm |
