1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 36 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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, 2005 Nissan Almera, 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Almera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
