2006 Audi Allroad vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Allroad | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
