2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 37 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Patriot | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |