1971 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1974 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 880 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3160 mm |
