1987 Audi 200 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (405 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
