1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 11 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 655 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 1973 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Montego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
