2001 Lada Samara II vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II 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 102 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 821 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lada Samara II, 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II. 1973 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Samara II | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Samara II | Montego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
