2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego. 2006 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1974 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1974 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX4 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | QX4 | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3010 mm |