1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 36 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 710 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 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Xterra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |