1985 Audi 100 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
