2008 Acura RDX vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 39 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, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX 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 (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX. 2008 Acura RDX 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. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | RDX | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
