1998 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 25 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 575 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | A | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
