1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 37 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Montego | Vue |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |