2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 28 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 299 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Sonata | Montego |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |