1999 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 459 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 1974 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. 1974 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
