1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe 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 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 795 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe. 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 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Montego |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
