1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 352 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |