1981 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 915 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
