1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo 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 85 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 720 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Apollo | Montego |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
