1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2003 Tata Indigo 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 37 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 669 kg more than 2003 Tata Indigo. 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 Tata Indigo, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2003 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Mercury | Tata |
Model | Montego | Indigo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |