1982 Audi 80 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 12 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
Because 1970 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 1970 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 80 | Comet |
Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |