1986 Audi 90 vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 90 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
