2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 488 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
