2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 33 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 393 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 2002 Ford Tonka 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. 2002 Ford Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Tonka | Montego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 3010 mm |
