2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 30 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX 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, 2004 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | SRX | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
