1980 Audi 200 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 509 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
