2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Tiburon.
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 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Tiburon | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |