2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 162 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3010 mm |
