2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 28 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1972 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Familia | Montego |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |