2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 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 79 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 600 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 460 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 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | 460 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
