1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 545 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra, 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Montego | Elantra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |