2005 Audi TT vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 32 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, 2005 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 217 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
