1998 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 27 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, 1998 Audi A6 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1998 Audi A6 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, 1998 Audi A6 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) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (271 Nm). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6. 1971 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A6 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:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
