2008 Acura TL vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 34 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, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 1974 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | TL | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
