2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 35 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 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 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Ridgeline | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
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 | 1180 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 |