1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 759 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Quattro | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Quattro | Cougar |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 6589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 375 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |