1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2512 mm |