1971 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 42 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 989 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 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Montego | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2946 mm |
