1989 Audi 200 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Audi 200.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 200 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 200 | Montego |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |