1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Outback |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |