2008 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
