1999 Audi TT vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 29 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
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, 1999 Audi TT, 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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Comet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
