1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 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, both vehicles can yield 96 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Because 1999 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | X90 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2210 mm |
