1986 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Audi 200.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
