2005 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
