2000 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Nubira 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 Daewoo Nubira (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Nubira.
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 Daewoo Nubira, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Nubira | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
Model | Nubira | Montego |
Year Released | 2000 | 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 | 103 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |