1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 401 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda Luce | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Luce | Montego |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2967 cc |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |