2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 611 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Express | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
