1971 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 41 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, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Montego | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Montego | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
