1999 Acura Integra vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 815 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra, 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura Integra | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | Integra | Montego |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |