2006 Acura RL vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 33 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, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | RL | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |
