2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1973 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | CX-7 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 85 L |
