1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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 TT, 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 TT (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT 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 TT | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Comet | TT |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2469 mm |