2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1985 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
