1991 Audi S2 vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S2 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
