1979 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 100 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |