1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Honda Legend is newer by 29 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, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Honda Legend.
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, 2002 Honda Legend, 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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2002 Honda Legend 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. 2002 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2002 Honda Legend | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Montego | Legend |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |