1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 690 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
