1992 Audi Coupe vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Audi Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 94 kg more than 1992 Audi Coupe.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi Coupe, 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi Coupe. (174 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi Coupe | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Comet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
