2005 Audi A3 vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury LN7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury LN7 would be higher. Both 2005 Audi A3 and 1982 Mercury LN7 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1982 Mercury LN7. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | LN7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
