1991 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
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, 1991 Audi 80 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
