2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. 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 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Montego | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2340 mm |