2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 177 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Colorado | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3010 mm |
