1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Montego | Musso |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |