1985 Audi 200 vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Brougham. 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 6721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
