2007 Ford Edge vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge 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 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Because 2007 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Edge | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
