1977 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort 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 158 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 857 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Montego |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
