1986 Audi 200 vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 200.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |
