1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 40 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 372 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 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, 2012 Ford Explorer, 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego. 2012 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1972 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Montego | Explorer |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |