2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 956 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
