1980 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 197 kg more than 1980 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
