2003 Kia Retona vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 30 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Because 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Retona | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Retona | Montego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
