2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Allroad | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3160 mm |
