1989 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 799 kg more than 1989 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 90 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2308 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |