1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux is newer by 31 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, 2004 Toyota Hilux (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 755 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (441 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
