1985 Audi 90 vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 192 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 90 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
