1993 Audi 80 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1993 Audi 80 is newer by 26 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 1993 Audi 80. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi 80 weights approximately 10 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, 1993 Audi 80, 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi 80. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Audi 80 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 80 | Montclair |
Year Released | 1993 | 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 | 190 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1360 kg |