1985 Austin Montego vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 16 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 895 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego, 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Montego | Montego |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
