1971 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 Mercury Comet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Audi 100.
Because 1973 Mercury Comet 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi 100 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 100 | Comet |
Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |