1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Smart Coupe

To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 33 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe 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. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Mercury Montego 2005 Smart Coupe
Make Mercury Smart
Model Montego Coupe
Year Released 1972 2005
Engine Size 4095 cc 698 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.0:1
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 730 kg
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 1820 mm


 

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