1995 Infiniti G20 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1995 Infiniti G20 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Infiniti G20.
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 Infiniti G20, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti G20. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti G20. 1995 Infiniti G20 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. 1995 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti G20 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | G20 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
