1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 21 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 39 more horse power than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 945 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta, 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
Make | Mercury | ZAZ |
Model | Montego | Slavuta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2330 mm |