2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 632 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (149 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Montego | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
