2001 Buick Regal vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 28 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, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Buick Regal.
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, 2001 Buick Regal, 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2001 Buick Regal 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. 2001 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Regal | Montego |
Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |