1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 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 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 2001 Toyota Tundra 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. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3270 mm |
