1975 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 183 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 80 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |