2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 33 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 471 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | E-250 | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |