1986 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 14 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
