1981 Audi UR vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 76 kg more than 1972 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 1972 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 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | UR | Comet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
