1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra 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 46 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 393 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Astra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
