2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 36 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (106 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Aveo | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
