1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Montego |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
