1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego. 2001 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1972 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Montego | Frontera |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |