1981 Audi UR vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 112 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | UR | Comet |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |