2000 Audi TT vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi TT (245 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Comet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 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 |
