1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2010 Geely Ck1 is newer by 41 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 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Geely Ck1. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2010 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 735 kg more than 2010 Geely Ck1. 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, 2010 Geely Ck1, 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 (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Geely Ck1. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2010 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Mercury | Geely |
| Model | Montego | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
