1968 Ford Fairlane vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1969 Mercury Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Fairlane (152 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane.
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:
| 1968 Ford Fairlane | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Fairlane | Montego |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
