2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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 (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Patriot | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Patriot | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 7033 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |