1970 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1998 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
