2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra 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 78 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Acura Integra. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Mercury | Acura |
| Model | Montego | Integra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
