1971 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 23 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 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Capri weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Audi 100.
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, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
