1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Tracer | A4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2808 mm |
