2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 507 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 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H3 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
