1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Because 1954 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 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2980 mm |
