2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Morgan 4 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 107 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Morgan 4 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 1987 Morgan 4. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Morgan |
| Model | Montego | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
