1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Coupe | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Coupe | Tracer |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |