1991 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 25 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 156 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
