1971 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 580 kg more than 1971 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Montego | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Patrol |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2400 mm |