2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 36 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Avalanche | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |