2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Allroad | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
