2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 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 140 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 Triumph 2000. 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 (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Montego | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Montego | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
