1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 2008 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Tracer | TT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
