1974 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 36 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego.
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, 2010 Toyota Highlander, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Montego | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Highlander |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |