1967 Audi Variant vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1973 Mercury Monterey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 860 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Monterey 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 1973 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Audi Variant | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Variant | Monterey |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3160 mm |