2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 40 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 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Q5 | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |