2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 141 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 883 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (282 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 282 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 46 L |