1980 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
