2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1973 Opel Manta
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Manta 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 144 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 995 kg more than 1973 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1973 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Manta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
