2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 35 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz A | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | A | Montego |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2032 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |