2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 Mercury Monterey. 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 1973 Mercury Monterey. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Q7 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3160 mm |