1972 Mercury Montego vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. 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 63 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Crown |
Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |