2002 Infiniti I vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I is newer by 29 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, 2002 Infiniti I (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
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, 2002 Infiniti I, 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, 2002 Infiniti I (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2002 Infiniti I 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. 2002 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | I | Montego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
