2009 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
