1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Armada |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3140 mm |