2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Montego | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1940 mm |
