1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 44 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 681 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 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Mercury | Infiniti |
| Model | Montego | QX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7033 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3075 mm |
