1984 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 22 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 869 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 90 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
