1985 Audi 90 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mercury Comet (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 90 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
