1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 38 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 55 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 807. 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, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Montego | 807 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |