2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 333 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mondeo | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
