1973 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 863 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Capri | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Capri | Montego |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |