2007 Audi A3 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 34 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 286 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
