2007 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
