2002 Audi R8 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 1218 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | R8 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
