1981 Audi 80 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 34 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
