2006 Ford Escape vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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, 2006 Ford Escape (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escape | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
