2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D 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 152 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Montego | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
