1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 34 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 500 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 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
