1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 516 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Montego | A4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
