1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 890 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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 (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Ritmo | Montego |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |