1971 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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 Toyota Avensis, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Montego | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Avensis |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |