1994 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more 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, 1994 Audi A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
