1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
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 Opel Insignia, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Montego | Insignia |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4945 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2737 mm |