2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi Allroad | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Allroad | Cougar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |