1981 Audi UR vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 26 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | UR | Comet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1224 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 |
