2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 109 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Ascender | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |
