2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Montego | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
