1973 Mercury Monterey vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 800 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega, 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 Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. 1973 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1982 Oldsmobile Omega has manual transmission. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Monterey | 1982 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monterey | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
