1980 Audi Sport vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Monterey. 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2007 Mercury Monterey 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. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Sport | Monterey |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |