1970 Mercury Montego vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1970 Mercury Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Montego (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 770 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Montego | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | 211 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2230 mm |
