1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 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 28 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Caddy |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |