1974 Mercury Montego vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 33 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Montego (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Montego | 2007 Opel Signum | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Montego | Signum |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1859 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |