1997 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Montego (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 479 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mercury Montego 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 1974 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6, 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
