1985 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 11 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 21 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. 1974 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1985 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz G | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | G | Montego |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1859 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |