1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 21 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Astro | Montego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
