1980 Audi UR vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Audi UR.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. 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, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi UR | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | UR | Comet |
Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |