2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
| Model | Discovery | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
