1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 941 kg more than 1979 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Fiesta | Montego |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
