1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. 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 Daihatsu Micros 3l, 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 (248 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (120 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Micros 3l | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1570 mm | 3010 mm |
