1992 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 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 38 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 641 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 626 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
