1975 Audi 50 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 50 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
