2005 Kia Rio vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 765 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Rio, 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 (382 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Rio | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
