1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 36 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 129 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Montego | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |