1980 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 305 kg more than 1980 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
