1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 43 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 141 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
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, 2012 Ford Ka, 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 (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Montego | Ka |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7033 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |