2006 Audi TT vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 32 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, 2006 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Audi TT 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, 2006 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, 2006 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
