1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 28 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, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Montego | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Montego | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
