1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 348 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 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
