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Mercury Montego Hardtop

General information

ModelMercury Montego Hardtop
Year1973
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6555 ccm (399.99 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6555 ccm (399.99 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power171 PS (126 kW or 169 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque403.00 Nm (41.1 kgf-m or 297.3 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression8.4:1
Bore x stroke101.6 x 101.6 mm (4.0 x 4.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0956 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Leg room front1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Cargo space600 litres (159 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (515.7 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1791 kg (3,948.5 pounds)
Overall length5290 mm (208.3 inches)
Overall width2000 mm (78.7 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Wheelbase2900 mm (114.2 inches)
Fuel capacity85.0 litres (22.46 gallons)
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