1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1983 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1983 Nissan Stanza is newer by 14 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 895 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 1983 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Stanza |
Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4945 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |