1974 Mercury Montego vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Audi TT.
Because 1974 Mercury Montego 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 Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT, 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 Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT. 2002 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1974 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1974 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Montego | 2002 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Montego | TT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
