2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1971 Mercury Montego

To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.

Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Montego. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1971 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1971 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Ridgeline 1971 Mercury Montego
Make Honda Mercury
Model Ridgeline Montego
Year Released 2008 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 4095 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 248 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 5300 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 3010 mm


 

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