2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 38 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Q7 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
