1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 530 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |
