2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Montego | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | 914 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
