1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 27 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 789 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Lupo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2330 mm |