1974 Mercury Montego vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1974 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Montego | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Montego | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1859 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |