1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 35 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2008 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
