1984 Audi 90 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 164 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Comet (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 90 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
