1998 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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 (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Capri |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |