1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Checker | Mercury |
| Model | Aerobus | Montego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2870 mm |
