1966 Mercury Cougar vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1969 Mercury Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cougar. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 413 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Cougar | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Cougar | Montego |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4728 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
