1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 453 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 Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Tundra (441 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Tundra |
| 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 | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 94 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 | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3270 mm |
