2006 Audi TT vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 1971 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | TT | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |