1966 Audi Variant vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 941 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Variant | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
