2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 649 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
| Model | Range Rover | Montego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
