1984 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 905 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Montego | Montego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
