1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 31 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 10 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 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego. 2003 Toyota Sienna 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. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Montego | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |
