1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 37 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (189 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
Model | Montego | Sebring |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |