1991 Audi 100 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 100 | Montclair |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |