2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 912 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
