2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Mountaineer | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
