1994 Audi V8 vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Audi V8.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi V8. 1971 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi V8 | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | V8 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |