1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 10 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 169 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 71 kg more than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Montego |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
