2001 Acura CL vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 27 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
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, 2001 Acura CL, 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego. 2001 Acura CL 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. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | CL | Montego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
