1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 05-Sep 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2004 Saab 05-Sep, 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) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Montego | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
