1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 4,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (272 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | El Camino | Montego |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2870 mm |
