1981 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 154 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 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
