1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, 1999 Honda Passport is newer by 26 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, 1999 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
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, 1999 Honda Passport, 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, 1999 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 1999 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 1999 Honda Passport | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Montego | Passport |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 248 Nm | 256 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |