2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-150 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | E-150 | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |