1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 Nissan C 52
To start off, 1999 Nissan C 52 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 Nissan C 52 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan C 52 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 429 kg more than 1999 Nissan C 52.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan C 52 (354 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan C 52 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 1999 Nissan C 52 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 Nissan C 52 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1999 Nissan C 52 | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | C 52 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1266 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
