1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 28 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 605 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 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-250 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
