1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera is newer by 37 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (118 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 442 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera.
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, 2006 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 (248 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Almera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1768 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 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 | 2540 mm |
