1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 22 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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 26 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Montego |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
