2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 35 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Mercury Montego.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Spark | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
