2004 Buick Century vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 31 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, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 271 kg more than 2004 Buick Century.
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, 2004 Buick Century, 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Century | Montego |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |