1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Anglia | Montego |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
