2000 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 26 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, 2000 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 29 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A8 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
