1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
