1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 20 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, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will offer significantly more control. 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Fourtrak TDX | Montego |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |