2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 153 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1970 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |