1997 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 24 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, 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 76 kg more than 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Montego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
