1985 Audi 200 vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2980 mm |
