2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
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 TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR6 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 119 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 645 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR6. 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 1975 Triumph TR6. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Montego | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Montego | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 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 | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2240 mm |
