1980 Audi Sport vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 7 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, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 791 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 1973 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Sport | Montego |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |