2005 Audi TT vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 36 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, 2005 Audi TT (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (321 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
