1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Montego |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |