1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 270 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| 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 | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
