1972 Mercury Montego vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego 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 78 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 970 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira. 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, 1985 Holden Camira, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 1985 Holden Camira | |
Make | Mercury | Holden |
Model | Montego | Camira |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |