1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 540 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 323 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 323 | Montego |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |