2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 32 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 125 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 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Montego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |
