1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Titan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 140 L |
