2001 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 11 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A2 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
