1971 Mercury Montego vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen GLI is newer by 37 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, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen GLI.
Because 2008 Volkswagen GLI is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen GLI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Montego | 2008 Volkswagen GLI | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | GLI |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |