1980 Audi UR vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi UR | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | UR | Cougar |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |