1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 375 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 Volkswagen Beetle, 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 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Beetle |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2537 mm |