2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Pilot | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |