1991 Austin Montego vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1991 Austin Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Monterey (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 820 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercury Monterey 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 1972 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Austin 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, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego. 1972 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1991 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1991 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Montego | Monterey |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |