1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 585 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 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 1999 Ford Expedition 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. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Expedition | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
