1970 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 629 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Montego |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
