1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1985 Audi 4000
To start off, 1985 Audi 4000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 4000.
Because 1985 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 4000 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 4000. 1985 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 1985 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Montego | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
