1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
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 Hyundai Accent, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Montego | Accent |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2499 mm |