1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 423 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Montego | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 5670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
