2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 503 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | E-350 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 78 L |
