1991 Lexus LS vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Lexus LS.
Because 1991 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. 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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lexus LS | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | LS | Montego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
