2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 134 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 2008 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Compass | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |