1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z 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 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 482 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
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 Honda CR-Z, 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Montego | CR-Z |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4079 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2436 mm |