2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Santa Fe | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
