1992 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1992 Audi 100 is newer by 2 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 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 100 (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri.
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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
