1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 35 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Montego |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7732 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |