1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2002 Audi A3
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 2002 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Capri | A3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
