2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 34 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 82 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Pacifica | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |
