1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 1991 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mercury |
| Model | Nazca | Montego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
