2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1987 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Astra 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 144 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 822 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1987 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
| Model | Montego | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
