2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 436 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Comet 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 Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Montego | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
