1985 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 465 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 1974 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 1974 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
