1984 Honda HP-X vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1984 Honda HP-X is newer by 11 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 540 kg more than 1984 Honda HP-X.
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. 1984 Honda HP-X 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. 1984 Honda HP-X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda HP-X | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | HP-X | Montego |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1695 kg |