1991 Audi 100 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 187 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 100 | Comet |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |