1980 Audi Sport vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Sport | Comet |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |