1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 34 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 90 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 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montego | Pajero |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |