2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1809 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Excursion | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
