2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 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 137 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 682 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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 1979 Talbot 1510. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mercury | Talbot |
| Model | Montego | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
