1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback. 2007 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1972 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Montego | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
