1989 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 87 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
