1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Juara is newer by 30 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 26 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Proton Juara, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara. 2003 Proton Juara 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. 2003 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Montego | Juara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2400 mm |
