1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 38 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 272 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2011 Honda Odyssey 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. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3000 mm |
