2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 971 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | U4 B | Montego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
