1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 42 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 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 795 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7033 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3200 mm |
