1971 Mercury Monterey vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Opel Signum.
Because 1971 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum, 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 Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Monterey | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Monterey | Signum |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5768 cc | 3174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2840 mm |