2004 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Magnus 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
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 Daewoo Magnus, 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Magnus | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Magnus | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
