2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 30 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Equus | Montego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3010 mm |
