1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr 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 146 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 587 kg more than 1952 Ford Zephyr. 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 1952 Ford Zephyr. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Zephyr | Montego |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
