1999 Audi TT vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 25 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, 1999 Audi TT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Because 1999 Audi TT 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, 1999 Audi TT 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, 1999 Audi TT (237 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Comet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
