1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 196 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | LeSabre | Montego |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |