2001 Mazda Atenza vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2001 Mazda Atenza 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 66 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 761 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza. 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 Mazda Atenza, 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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (240 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Atenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Atenza | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Atenza | Montego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
