1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 39 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 5 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 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Montego | SRX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 79 L |