2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT 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 157 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel GT. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Montego | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Montego | GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |