1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 40 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 458 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2685 mm |
