2003 Audi A2 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 34 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A2 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
