1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
