1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 26 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1142 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.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2888 mm |
