1984 Audi 5000 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1984 Audi 5000 is newer by 12 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, 1984 Audi 5000 (101 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 5000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Because 1984 Audi 5000 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, 1984 Audi 5000 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 5000. (136 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 5000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 5000 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 5000 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
