1981 Audi UR vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 11 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 140 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 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, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | UR | Comet |
Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1390 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 |