1998 Audi S8 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 24 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, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 134 kg more than 1998 Audi S8.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego. 1974 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S8 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
