2002 Audi S3 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 552 kg more than 2002 Audi S3.
Because 2002 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S3 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
