1999 Audi TT vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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, 1970 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
