1981 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
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 Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1100 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 |
