1970 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 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 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego. 2011 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Montego | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Montego | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2794 mm |
