2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Montego |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |