1985 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
