1986 Audi 100 vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercury Montclair (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100.
Because 1955 Mercury Montclair 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 1955 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2980 mm |
