1989 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 929 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 93 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 929 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
