1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper, 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) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Montego | Cooper |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |