1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1991 Vector Wiegert
To start off, 1991 Vector Wiegert is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Vector Wiegert is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Vector Wiegert (644 HP) has 502 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Vector Wiegert should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Vector Wiegert.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Vector Wiegert (854 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm). This means 1991 Vector Wiegert will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 1991 Vector Wiegert has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Vector Wiegert will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 1991 Vector Wiegert | |
| Make | Mercury | Vector |
| Model | Montego | Wiegert |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 5973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 644 HP |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 854 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
