2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 51 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.
Because 1972 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Venture | Montego |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |