1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 705 kg more than 1997 Proton 400. 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, 1997 Proton 400, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 1997 Proton 400 | |
Make | Mercury | Proton |
Model | Montego | 400 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |