1971 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 24 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 192 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. 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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
