1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 728 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 818 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2870 mm |
