1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1995 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 1995 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 26 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 ZAZ Wagon. (50 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1995 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 950 kg more than 1995 ZAZ Wagon. 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, 1995 ZAZ Wagon, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 1995 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Mercury | ZAZ |
| Model | Montego | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2330 mm |
