2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 36 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 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 404 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 (335 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Tiburon | Montego |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |