1981 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 100 | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 100 | Milan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2728 mm |