2000 Kia Rio vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 31 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 930 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Kia Rio, 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 (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Rio | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Rio | Montego |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 5767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |