1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 16 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1974 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1974 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Montego |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |