1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 481 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Impreza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |