1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 40 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 1970 Mercury Comet 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3, 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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Comet | A3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |