1971 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 40 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia 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, 2011 Opel Insignia, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Montego | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Montego | Insignia |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2737 mm |