1974 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego. 1999 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1974 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1974 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Montego | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Montego | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
