2004 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3130 mm |