2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 511 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Mercury | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
