1971 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Montego | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Montego | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
