1989 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 20 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 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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, 1989 Ford Escort, 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 (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Montego |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
