1972 Lancia 2000 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, both 1972 Lancia 2000 and 1972 Mercury Montego were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 750 kg more than 1972 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000. 1972 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1972 Lancia 2000 has manual transmission. 1972 Lancia 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lancia 2000 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | 2000 | Montego |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |