2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza 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 89 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 599 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Opel Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Montego | 1984 Opel Monza | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Montego | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |