1985 Audi 200 vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 176 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Because 1972 Mercury Cougar 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 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200, 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 200 | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 200 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2142 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |