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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (158 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP) 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 62 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 (248 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm). 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 | 4095 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
