1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 856 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Montego |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2983 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2870 mm |
