2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Monterey. 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Montego | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3160 mm |
