2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar 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 62 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 775 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
