1980 Audi 80 vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1982 Mercury Cougar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Cougar (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1982 Mercury Cougar (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
