1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 291 kg more than 2011 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Hilux |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7033 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3090 mm |