1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 533 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Jetta, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Jetta |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |