2006 Honda Element vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 34 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 1972 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Element | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
