2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona 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 83 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 606 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
