1971 Audi Variant vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1971 Audi Variant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 576 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mercury Cougar 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 Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi Variant, 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi Variant | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Variant | Cougar |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |