1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 Noble M10
To start off, 1999 Noble M10 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 Noble M10 (168 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Noble M10 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 735 kg more than 1999 Noble M10.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Noble M10. (220 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Noble M10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1999 Noble M10 | |
| Make | Mercury | Noble |
| Model | Montego | M10 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
