2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mondeo | Montego |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |