1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 379 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
