1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 9 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 870 kg more than 1982 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Montego | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
