2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta 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 180 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. 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 1963 ZAZ Jalta. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Mercury | ZAZ |
| Model | Montego | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2030 mm |
