1971 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, 2005 MG ZR is newer by 34 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, 2005 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 MG ZR.
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, 2005 MG ZR, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Montego | 2005 MG ZR | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Montego | ZR |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
