1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Montego | 3008 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2613 mm |