1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 94 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, both vehicles can yield 335 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4945 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2748 mm |