1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2604 mm |