1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Opel Astra

To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 33 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 2005 Opel Astra, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2005 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1972 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Mercury Montego 2005 Opel Astra
Make Mercury Opel
Model Montego Astra
Year Released 1972 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4095 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 18.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 5300 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2640 mm


 

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