1972 Mercury Montego vs. 1986 Mini MK V
To start off, 1986 Mini MK V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1986 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1986 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mini MK V, 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Montego | 1986 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Montego | MK V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2040 mm |
