1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 24 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) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 405 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | S-10 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 209 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
