2002 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1928 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | R8 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
