2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 78 L |