2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1969 Moretti Coupe

To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1969 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Moretti Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mercury Montego 1969 Moretti Coupe
Make Mercury Moretti
Model Montego Coupe
Year Released 2004 1969
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Size 3392 cc 499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 223 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 520 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 3350 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1370 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 1850 mm


 

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