2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 79 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 292 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Montego | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
