1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2007 Proton Savvy
To start off, 2007 Proton Savvy is newer by 35 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Proton Savvy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 732 kg more than 2007 Proton Savvy. 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, 2007 Proton Savvy, 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Montego | 2007 Proton Savvy | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Montego | Savvy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2400 mm |
