1974 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 31 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 104 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Montego | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Murano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
