1986 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 11 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, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Audi 100.
Because 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Mercury Comet (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
