2009 Audi TT vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 39 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
