2008 Audi TT vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 522 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
Because 1970 Mercury Monterey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT. 1970 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2008 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi TT | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | TT | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3160 mm |