2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Montego (96 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mercury Montego 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 1971 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan, 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, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Dacia | Mercury |
| Model | Logan | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
