1991 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 620 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Because 1974 Mercury Cougar 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 1974 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 100 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2224 cc | 5764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |