1970 Mercury Monterey 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 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 1970 Mercury Monterey 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 1970 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Monterey | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Monterey | Montego |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2870 mm |
