2009 Audi TT vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
