1974 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 507 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6, 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Montego | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Montego | G6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1859 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
