2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 32 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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 10 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.
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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego. 2004 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1972 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Catera | Montego |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |