1971 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Montego | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | GTI |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2000 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 | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2578 mm |
