1982 Audi UR vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1982 Audi UR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 393 kg more than 1982 Audi UR.
Because 1982 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR 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, 1982 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi UR | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | UR | Montego |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
