1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2002 Holden Zafira is newer by 30 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, 2002 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira.
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, 2002 Holden Zafira, 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira. 2002 Holden Zafira 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. 2002 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Montego | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Montego | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
