2002 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 12 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 830 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.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A8 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
