2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 36 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
