1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 693 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 1987 Ford RS 200 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 1987 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | RS 200 | Montego |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 72 L |