1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 38 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 20 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 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Montego | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Montego | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4138 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2423 mm |
