2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia 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 105 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 722 kg more than 1982 Nissan Silvia. 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 1982 Nissan Silvia. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
