1976 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 1976 Buick Electra 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 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Electra | Montego |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
