1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 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 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego.
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, 2008 Pontiac G5, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Montego | G5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |