1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
Model | Longchamp | Montego |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |