2002 Lexus LX vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2002 Lexus LX is newer by 30 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 451 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lexus LX 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, 2002 Lexus LX 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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | LX | Montego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
