2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator 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 88 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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 1978 Opel Senator. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Montego | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Montego | Senator |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |