2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 877 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
