1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 584 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 Sequoia 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 Sequoia 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 Sequoia (427 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Sequoia |
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 | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |