1991 Audi S2 vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 610 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S2 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
