1985 Cadillac Cimarron vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Cimarron 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 80 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 775 kg more than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. 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, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron (297 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1985 Cadillac Cimarron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Cimarron | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Cimarron | Montego |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
