1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 317 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Esprit | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
