1970 Mercury Monterey vs. 1987 Audi 4000
To start off, 1987 Audi 4000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 4000.
Because 1987 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Monterey | 1987 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Monterey | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |
