2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 66 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Mountaineer | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |
