1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. 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, 2004 Saturn L, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Montego | L |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
