2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 124 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E | Montego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3224 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
