1986 Audi 90 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 17 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 28 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 725 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 90 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
