1998 Ford Contour vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 29 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 453 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
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, 1998 Ford Contour, 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Contour | Montego |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |