1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort 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 128 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 826 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Montego |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
