1991 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
