1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 149 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 1972 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montego | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1844 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |