1991 Audi 200 vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1991 Audi 200 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 200 (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1991 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 200. (315 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 200 | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2980 mm |
