1982 Audi 80 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 15 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, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 172 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
Because 1967 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi 80 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 80 | Comet |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |