1999 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego. 1972 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
