2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1969 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1969 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Subaru FF-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
