1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra 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 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 710 kg more than 2006 Opel Tigra. 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, 2006 Opel Tigra, 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 (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Montego | Tigra |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7033 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |