2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 567 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 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Navigator | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
