1995 Audi S6 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 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, 1995 Audi S6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
