1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 36 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 253 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Murano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
