2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2000 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Excursion | Montego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
