1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 291 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Montego | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
