1993 Mazda 323 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1993 Mazda 323 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 770 kg more than 1993 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Mazda 323, 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 Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 323 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
