1984 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Montego | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
