1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 399 kg more than 1985 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ | Montego |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
