1986 Audi 80 vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Audi 80.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
