1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 837 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (122 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
