1985 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
