1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. 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, 2012 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Tracer | A1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |
