1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 24 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 885 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza, 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 Mercury Montego (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (77 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Montego | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
