1990 Audi 100 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 21 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 765 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
