1991 Audi S2 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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 S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S2 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
