1984 Audi 90 vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 84 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 90 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
