1966 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 39 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 979 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.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Variant | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
