1980 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
