1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 24 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montego | Space Wagon |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |