1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 557 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Comet | Montego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
