1975 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1989 Mercury Cougar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Cougar (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80, 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, 1989 Mercury Cougar (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80. 1989 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
