1949 Jeep CJ2A vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 585 kg more than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep CJ2A | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ2A | Montego |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
