1971 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1971 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9, 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Montego. 2011 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1971 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1971 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Montego | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2875 mm |
