2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 891 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Allroad | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
