1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 154 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 Lincoln MKX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX 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 (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKX. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKX. 2013 Lincoln MKX 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. 2013 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Mercury | Lincoln |
| Model | Montego | MKX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
