1995 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4, 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 Park Lane (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A4 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |