1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 31 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 975 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
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, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Montego | 607 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |