1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 24 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (185 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 143 kg more than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Montego | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |
