2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 34 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 61 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet, 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Trajet | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Trajet | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
