1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Montego |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 78 L |
