1984 Audi 90 vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 874 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 90 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
