2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1974 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | LaCrosse | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
