1984 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep CJ7 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ7 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2870 mm |
