1992 Marcos Mantula 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 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Marcos Mantula 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 1992 Marcos Mantula. 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Marcos Mantula | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Marcos | Mercury |
Model | Mantula | Montego |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |