2000 Acura Integra vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 27 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, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
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, 2000 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura Integra | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | Integra | Montego |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |